

Can SF's New Triage Centers Help Solve the Addiction Crisis?
Feb 26, 2025
Sydney Johnson, a KQED reporter with a focus on San Francisco's drug crisis, shares her firsthand insights on the newly opened triage center in the South of Market. She discusses its role in addressing the fentanyl crisis and the complexities faced by individuals seeking help. Personal stories unveil confusion around the center's purpose and the effects of increased police presence. Johnson also evaluates the center's supportive services and the community's mixed reactions, questioning whether it can truly make an impact on addiction and homelessness.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Experiences at the New Triage Center: Hope and Confusion
03:31 • 2min
Launching a Triage Center to Combat Homelessness and Fentanyl Addiction
05:15 • 3min
Navigating San Francisco's New Triage Center
08:20 • 7min
Evaluating the Impact of New Triage Centers on San Francisco's Addiction Crisis
15:27 • 3min